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as in to collect
to bring together in one body or place
amassed a truckload of donations in the course of their canned food drive
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as in to accumulate
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
over the last month a huge mound of paperwork has amassed on my desk
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Recent Examples of amass
The first family has openly admired others willing to amass bitcoin.
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Dan Alexander,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
American Horror Story is FX’s longest-running hourlong series and has amassed more than 100 Emmy nominations since its 2011 launch.
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Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Paschke, meanwhile, laid down roots in Los Angeles, maintaining a relationship with Williams and amassing a sizable catalog as a working musician.
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Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
30 June 2026
Meta has amassed a user base of more than 3 billion worldwide through the takeover of emerging social media platforms.
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Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
30 June 2026
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Dan Alexander,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
American Horror Story is FX’s longest-running hourlong series and has amassed more than 100 Emmy nominations since its 2011 launch.
—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Paschke, meanwhile, laid down roots in Los Angeles, maintaining a relationship with Williams and amassing a sizable catalog as a working musician.
—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
30 June 2026
Meta has amassed a user base of more than 3 billion worldwide through the takeover of emerging social media platforms.
—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
30 June 2026
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The satellite is equipped with three multiwavelength telescopes that are able to collect data in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray and gamma-ray light.
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Charlotte Big Anime opened its doors to a massive crowd of attendees Saturday at the Charlotte Convention Center in uptown Charlotte, giving people a chance to connect with fellow cosplayers, collect art and enjoy a multitude of panels.
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In Gaza City alone, around 25 million tons of debris have accumulated, Mohanna said.
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Jamestown Canyon virus accumulates genetic changes 10 to 100 times more slowly per calendar year than dengue, Rift Valley fever or chikungunya.
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As the finalists from each state move on to the 'Best Pet in Nation' round of the Pet Lovers' Choice Awards, the team at USA TODAY Pets has gathered all the finalists, runner-ups and third place pets from each region.
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Hundreds of people have gathered throughout the week to carry posters, shout slogans, and sing.
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The other took place before the fifth inning when home-plate umpire Scott Barry left the game and Manny Gonzalez needed time to assemble his gear.
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From residents racing to assemble exhibits on short notice to disputes over displays and sponsorships, the booths highlight the lengths volunteers have gone to ensure their states are represented at the celebration of America's 250th anniversary.
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The previous version of the bill had garnered strong bipartisan support in the 80-person Assembly, passing out of the chamber with 76 votes in favor of it.
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The beloved southern elephant seal, Neil the Seal, is back in Tasmania, causing havoc yet again and garnering fans through his antics.
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“Amass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amass. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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